Urban Wildlife

RUTLEDGE, Ga. – Who knew a state park, had so many attractions in such a small town? Who knew you could have big fun for little funds about 40 miles outside of the "big city"? The folks at Hard Labor State Park have figured out a way. Tucked away in quaint Rutledge, the park is best known for its golf course; however, it has many exciting attractions including a beach, boat rental, canoeing, pedal boating, campgrounds, a full stocked stable and 22 miles of equestrian trails.

The 18-hole-golf course is described as “beautiful and challenging” the green fee Monday-Thursday is $36, Friday it’s $46 and on weekends and holidays the fee is $45. The fee includes a golf cart. Call ahead for tee times.

Aside from golf, for families the parks biggest attraction is their lakeside beach. The “swimming beach” opens, next weekend, on May 14. The beach is free to park visitors who have already paid their $5 parking charge.

Atlanta, GA-- Jessica Groleau, Senior Horticulturust at the Atlanta Botanical Garden, will share "Tips for Growing Herbs in the Landscape and in Patio Containers" at the the next Dekalb Master Gardener Association (DMGA) meeting Tuesday, September 28 at 6:30pm.

According to the DMGA website, "growing herbs in Georgia can be challenging but rewarding."

The meeting begins at 6:30 pm on Tuesday, September 28th ath the NorthlakeBranch of the Dekalb County Public Library, located at 3772 LaVista Road, Tucker, GA 30084

The event is free, so they invite you to come out and hear Jessicas's advice about growing methods and herb varieties that have proven success here in Atlanta.